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Venezuela earthquakes: Death toll climbs to 920, thousands hurt
By Natalie Dreier, Cox Media Group National Content Desk at WSB-TV (ABC) - News
· June 26, 2026
· 2 min read
The rush to find survivors continues after two earthquakes shook La Guaira, Venezuela.The quakes registered at 7.2 and 7.5. The second was the country’s most powerful quake in a century.Read more trending news Update 1:49 p.m. ET, June 26: The death toll has climbed to at least 920 with another 3...
Key takeaway ET, June 26: The death toll has climbed to at least 920 with another 3,360 people hurt, The Associated Press reported.
Why this matters in The Atlanta
The devastating earthquakes in Venezuela serve as a stark reminder of the importance of disaster preparedness and response efforts in our own community. As Atlantans, we can draw parallels between the rescue efforts in Venezuela and our own city's emergency response systems. The deployment of a team from Fairfax County, Virginia, to assist in the rescue efforts highlights the value of regional cooperation and expertise in disaster response. In Atlanta , we have our own emergency management systems in place, but the Venezuela earthquakes underscore the need for continued investment in these systems to ensure we are prepared for any potential disasters that may affect our city. Furthermore, the story of Dayana Delgado's search for her missing child resonates with the experiences of many families in Atlanta who have been affected by disasters or emergencies, emphasizing the need for effective communication and support systems during crisis situations.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 26, 2026 ·
Source: WSB-TV (ABC) - News ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? The rush to find survivors continues after two earthquakes shook La Guaira, Venezuela.The quakes registered at 7.2 and 7.5. The second was the country’s most powerful quake in a century.Read more trending news Update 1:49 p.m. ET, June 26: The death toll has climbed to at least 920 with another 3...
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